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The leader of the Cockroach Janta party (CJP) youth movement, Abhijeet Dipke, was detained by police on Friday and then later formally arrested as authorities cracked down on fresh anti-government protests in the Indian capital. Dipke was detained before a planned Friday evening demonstration he had called in central Delhi, urging supporters of the movement to come out and hold up the Indian flag....

The government on Friday kept its price caps on fuel products unchanged for a fourth consecutive period amid elevated international oil prices and continued tensions in the Middle East, the industry ministry said. The maximum prices at which local refiners can supply gasoline, diesel and kerosene to gas stations will remain unchanged at 1,784 won (US$1.30), 1,773 won and 1,380 won per liter, respe...

A Ukrainian soldier led a team of divers that, acting on the order of state authorities, laid explosives on the bed of the Baltic Sea to blow up the Nord Stream gas pipelines, a court has heard. On the opening day of his trial in the German city of Hamburg, Serhii Kuznetsov, who was a special forces officer with the Ukrainian military at the time of the pipeline attacks in 2022, was accused by pro...

Apple's first foldable smartphone is manufactured exclusively in China and Chinese app developers are crucial to iPhone Duo's success, Tim Cook, Apple's executive chairman, said in a recent exclusive interview with China Daily in Beijing. The remarks underline the great importance of China to United States tech companies such as Apple, as China is not just a huge market, but also an in...

Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Zagreb on Saturday to discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation, economic ties and international developments. The meeting took place at the government headquarters during Wang’s official visit to Croatia, the Croatian government said in a statement. Both sides expressed satisfaction with their friendly relatio...

Iran is open to talks with the United States but wants “credible guarantees” against new attacks first, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Saturday, adding that Washington now holds the choice on reopening the Strait of Hormuz. "Iran does not accept coercion, threats and intimidation and will not relinquish its sovereign rights under pressure. But it remains ready for dialogue based on mutu...

In celebration of 100 years of Winnie-the-Pooh, the special collection will feature 20 limited-edition drinkware and lifestyle pieces. These include tumblers decorated with honey-inspired details and a ceramic beehive mug, the beverage chain said in a statement on its website on Oct 12. The collection also features collectible Starbucks Bearista keychains and phone straps, each dressed as one of t...

Elon Musk allegedly slashed ex Ashley St. Clair’s monthly child support by $80,000 after she publicly revealed she’d secretly given birth to his 13th child. According to claims made in the new documentary “Musk,” St. Clair, 28, was offered $15 million and $100,000 a month in child support in exchange for signing an NDA that would keep her relationship with Musk secret — a deal she previously said...

Google’s News AI pilot has expanded to more than 400 media publications worldwide , with CNN, the Financial Times, Forbes, and Axios among its newest partners. Announced on October 15, 2026, the expansion highlights how technology companies and news organizations are negotiating new ways to work together as artificial intelligence reshapes the media industry. Under the program, Google pays partici...

Meta may have a powerful advantage in the AI race that goes beyond its models: an established advertising business and billions of users across Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. As Meta expands its AI capabilities, its existing platforms and advertising infrastructure could help it bring AI products to users and turn improved recommendations, engagement, and ad targeting into revenue. Unlike Open...

Tesla has unveiled its redesigned next-generation Roadster, featuring SpaceX-developed thrusters and a demonstration that appeared to take the electric sports car beyond conventional driving. The reveal included dramatic mid-air manoeuvres, with Elon Musk saying production is planned for 2028. The futuristic vehicle could become one of Tesla’s most ambitious projects yet, but questions remain abou...

US President Donald Trump has ruled out using nuclear weapons against Iran, saying the United States does not need them as the conflict continues. In a Thursday interview with Newsmax, Trump also clarified that the “Mother of All Bombs” is a powerful conventional weapon, not a nuclear bomb. Trump’s remarks followed reports that US military planners were considering the possible use of the GBU-43/B...

The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) centre has warned that the threat to commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz remains “severe,” with further attacks considered “highly likely” under current conditions. According to the latest advisory issued on behalf of the Joint Maritime Information Center (JMIC), eight attacks involving projectiles of unknown origin were reported against...

A mysterious object appearing in images from NASA’s solar-observing spacecraft has sparked fresh speculation about a possible “alien mothership” near the Sun. UFO enthusiast Scott C. Waring claims the object measures approximately 2.5 miles across and appeared to move at an extraordinary speed. However, these claims have not been verified by NASA or independent scientific research. Scientists have...

A powerful El Niño developing in the Pacific Ocean could pose a serious threat to the world’s coral reefs, according to marine scientist David Obura, chair of the UN-backed Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES). In a report published by France 24 on October 15, 2026, Obura warned that exceptionally warm ocean temperatures could push vulnerable cor...

U.S. holiday retail sales are projected to surpass $1 trillion for the first time in 2026 , as consumers prepare for the November and December shopping season. The National Retail Federation (NRF) forecasts sales will reach $1.013 trillion, a 4.2% increase from 2025, accelerating from last year's 3.1% growth. However, the outlook reveals an uneven consumer economy. Higher-income households are...

UN Assistant Secretary-General Ramiz Alakbarov has briefed the UN Security Council on the worsening humanitarian situation in Gaza and rising tensions in the occupied West Bank. One year after the Gaza ceasefire, many Palestinians continue to face unsafe living conditions, inadequate shelter, limited access to essential services, and ongoing humanitarian challenges. Alakbarov called for expanded h...

Democratic US Senators Jeff Merkley and Edward Markey have introduced a joint resolution seeking to block the Trump administration’s proposed civilian nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia, potentially setting up a Senate vote after November 29. The agreement, known as a “123 agreement” under the US Atomic Energy Act of 1954, would allow US companies to play a central role in developing...

Podcast Description Four people, including three children aged 5, 8 and 11, and one teacher, were killed in a shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon, according to police. Authorities said a 16-year-old entered the school at around 1 p.m. and opened fire. Police Chief Mike Krantz stated that the teenager forced entry by shooting at locked doors. A community member who followed th...

Podcast Description Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney addressed thousands of people at a “Forever Canadian” rally in Calgary on Thursday, urging Albertans to remain part of Canada ahead of a referendum-related vote scheduled for Monday. Speaking to a crowd dressed in red and white, waving Canadian flags, and wearing Team Canada jerseys, Carney warned that the decision could bring “deep division...

Nineteen people were reportedly killed and 364 injured in Houthi attacks targeting Saudi airports, including King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh and Abha International Airport, according to the Saudi-led coalition, as reported by Anadolu Ajansı. Coalition spokesperson Turki Al-Maliki stated that attacks against Saudi Arabia had intensified since October began. He reported that King Khalid...

Musk says any limits on Ukraine's Starlink access down to US, not his firm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

IBM executive warns of risk of quantum computing hacks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mount Semeru Erupts Continuously, Ash Plumes Reach 1 Km Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AI worms, 'major' incident fears spur safety calls at industry summit Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.